Urban Gardening Course

Urban gardening can be an effective and creative solution for those who don’t have a typical garden, but want to create something in the space they do have. This urban gardening short course will introduce you to some general gardening skills, and teach you how to plan, budget for, plant and maintain an urban garden of your own. With five modules packed full of expert content, you’re sure to finish the course with green fingers ready to plant!

What Is Urban Gardening?

Urban gardening is a term often used in towns and cities where people don’t have much or any garden space. If you are a city dweller, maybe you live in a flat or your home comes with a courtyard or decked back yard. Whatever your situation, urban gardening is all about making the most of the space you do have. An 'urban garden' could typically refer to container planting, window boxes, food production in an urban space or even getting creative with ornamental plants.

Will I Be Able To Plant An Urban Garden?

The aim of this five module course is to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to plan and carry out your own gardening project. When you’ve finished the course you’ll certainly have plenty to think about, from the types of plants that are best suited to urban gardens, to choosing the right location for them. You’ll learn more about soil, making your own compost, and, when quizzed, you’ll be able to give anyone the lowdown on annuals and perennials. This may be a short course but it will arm you with practical knowledge that you can reap the benefits of for years to come.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

Whether you’re a hobby gardener or someone with a gardening business looking to expand your knowledge of garden design in urban spaces, you will benefit from the eight hours of training in this course.

• Study the history of urban gardening.
• Learn how to choose the right location for your urban garden.
• Look at a gardener’s basic tool kit.
• Understand how to choose plants and create a budget for your garden.
• Look at hardiness ratings and annual/perennial classifications.
• Become familiar with soil preparation, planting methods and crop rotation.
• Learn how to get the most out of an urban garden.
• Discover techniques for weeding and dealing with pests/disease.
• Look into composting and the benefits for your garden.
• Learn about growing and preserving vegetable and fruit in an urban garden.

ADVANTAGES OF THIS COURSE

• Pick up a varied range of knowledge and practical tips to apply to your own urban garden.
• Learn from experts about the different types of plants that will suit an urban garden.
• Expand your knowledge and open up new business opportunities if you are in the gardening trade.
• Create your own urban garden and enjoy a fun and relaxing hobby.
• Add a beautiful useable space to your home – and maybe even add value or saleability to your property!
• Visit the learning platform whenever you are ready, on any internet-enabled device.
• Receive a certificate on completion of the course and a final test.
• Retake the test as many times as you need to.
• Units of Study

Introduction to Urban Gardens

Choosing Plants for your Urban Garden

Planting and Maintaining an Urban Garden

Caring for and Getting More Out of an Urban Garden

Beyond the Urban Garden

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Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included